Welcome to the official website of Gamma Chapter of Gamma Phi Delta Sorority, Incorporated. Gamma Chapter was chartered February 1946 in Indianapolis, Indiana in the Magnificent Mid-Western Region and the third chartered chapter of Gamma Phi Delta Sorority, Incorporated. In 2026, Gamma Chapter celebrates its 80th Anniversary.
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Gamma Phi Delta Sorority, Incorporated was founded in February 1943 by Elizabeth A. Garner, and her sister, Dr. Violet T. Lewis at Lewis Business College in Detroit, Michigan. The late founders, Elizabeth A. Garner and Dr. Violet T. Lewis, along with eleven other members who were also teachers at the college, are known as the Sorority's 13 Original Pearls.​​​​​
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Gamma Phi Delta Sorority, Incorporated’s Purpose
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The purpose of this organization: Organized exclusively for charitable, religious, educational, and scientific purposes, including, for such purposes, the making of distributions to organizations that qualify as exempt organizations described under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, or corresponding section of any future federal tax code (restated 09-15-2015).
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Why Gamma Phi Delta Sorority, Incorporated?
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Joining a sorority can offer many benefits and have a lasting impact personally and professionally. Our sorority is proud to offer both graduate and undergraduate membership opportunities. Membership in a sorority is deeply significant, offering more than just social connection—it fosters lifelong bonds, personal growth, and a shared commitment to values like leadership, service, and sisterhood. Being a member means becoming part of a legacy where individuals support one another academically, emotionally, and professionally. It provides access to a network of empowered women, opportunities for community involvement, and a platform to develop leadership skills. Sorority membership is not just about belonging; it is about contributing to something greater and carrying forward traditions that shape character and inspire change.​
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National Theme: Enlightened by our Legacy, Engaged in the Present, Emboldened through our Sisterhood.
Gamma Phi Delta Sorority, Incorporated was founded in February 1943 at Lewis Business College (Lewis College of Business) in Detroit, Michigan by Elizabeth Garner, an instructor at the college, and her biological sister, Dr. Violet T. Lewis, owner and president of the college. Please visit Gamma Phi Delta Sorority, Incorporated to learn more about Our Founders at https://www.gammaphideltasorority.com/founders.
Gamma Phi Delta Sorority, Incorporated is open by invitation to women in all professions, business related positions, and vocationally trained occupations; in addition, young women who are still pursuing their educational goals as undergraduates.
We welcome you to explore our website as we proudly exhibit who we are and the community we serve through our efforts.
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Scholarship opportunities
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Mentoring
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Improving our communities
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Networking
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Leadership building
Our National Five Points Program - MEEPS was established to initiate goals and action steps for implementation. Our MEEPS program is consistent with the promotion of Gamma Phi Delta Sorority, Incorporated in communities across the United States and beyond.
Gamma Phi Delta Sorority, Incorporated ~ Gamma Chapter was founded in Indianapolis, Indiana and chartered in February 1946 and continues to build on the legacy and traditions of our founders through our National Five Points Program (MEEPS):
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Membership
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Education
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Economic Development
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Public Information
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Social Action
In 2026, Gamma Chapter will be celebrating 80 years of excellence, engaging minds, and empowering the future of leaders within our organization and through our youth and up and coming young leaders.​​​​​​​
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